Malham Cove is a towering limestone amphitheatre on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The sheer cliff, around 260 feet (80 m) high, was carved by meltwater from the last Ice Age over 12,000 years ago. At its top is a unique limestone pavement of eroded blocks separated by deep fissures, offering sweeping views over Malham village and the surrounding dales. A gentle 0.6‑mile path from the village car park leads to the base of the cove, while stone steps climb to the pavement above. The combination of geological spectacle and accessible walking makes it one of the park’s most visited sites.